Mon Dec 30 19:50:00 UTC 2024: ## Chelsea Face Ipswich Town in Rare Portman Road Clash

**IPSWICH, England –** After a 22-year absence, Chelsea return to Portman Road on Monday, December 30th, 2024, to face Ipswich Town in a highly anticipated match. Kick-off is scheduled for 7:45 PM GMT. This fixture marks a significant occasion, as Chelsea haven’t secured a victory at Portman Road in 39 years.

Manager Enzo Maresca has made five changes to the Chelsea starting XI from their last match. Noni Madueke, João Félix, and Christopher Nkunku bolster the attack, while Axel Disasi replaces Malo Gusto at right-back. Filip Jörgensen will start in goal, and Reece James, returning from injury, is included in the squad.

The match will see a clash of styles, with Chelsea’s star-studded lineup facing off against Ipswich’s home advantage. The game will be officiated by John Brooks, with Michael Oliver serving as VAR.

**Team Lineups:**

**Ipswich Town:** Walton; Burns, O’Shea, Woolfenden, Greaves; Davis, Morsy (c), Cajuste, Hutchinson; Broadhead, Delap.

**Chelsea:** Jörgensen; Cucurella, Colwill, Tosin, Disasi; Enzo (c), Caicedo; Félix, Palmer, Madueke; Nkunku.

**Broadcast Information:** Unfortunately, the match will not be televised in the UK, USA, or India. However, viewers in Nigeria can watch on SuperSport Action and Canal+ Sport 4. Streaming options include Peacock (USA), Disney+ Hotstar (India), and DStv Now (NGA).

The match promises to be a thrilling encounter, with Chelsea aiming to break their long-standing Portman Road hoodoo and Ipswich looking to cause an upset against the Premier League giants.

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